Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2018

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 4 safety recalls made by Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. in 2018. See the details of the recalls below.

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October 11, 2018

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Generator may Overcharge Batteries

Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. (Erwin Hymer) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Hymer Aktiv and Aktiv 2.0, Carado Axion and Banff and Roadtrek Simplicity, Simplicity SRT, Zion and Zion SRT motorhomes. The undermount generator may overcharge the auxiliary batteries, damaging them.

NHTSA ID: 18V712000

Component: EQUIPMENT

# of Units Affected: 172

Consequence Summary:

If the supplied sealed batteries are replaced with batteries that are not sealed, overcharging the batteries may result in an acid spill, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Erwin Hymer has notified owners, and dealers will install a new internal voltage regulator into the generator, free of charge. The recall began on October 24, 2018. Owners may contact Erwin Hymer customer service at 1-800-663-0066.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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August 13, 2018

(Campaign #: 2018-0012)

Sofa Installation Damaged Brake Line/FMVSS 105;106

Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. (Erwin Hymer) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Roadtrek Zion motorhomes equipped with a side-facing sofa. Installation of the sofa may have resulted in damage to the vehicle's rear brake line, possibly reducing braking performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems," and number 106, "Brake Hoses."

NHTSA ID: 18V529000

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

# of Units Affected: 291

Consequence Summary:

Damage to the rear brake line can increase the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Erwin Hymer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake lines and the sofa bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Erwin Hymer customer service at 1-800-663-0066. Erwin Hymer's number for this recall is 2018-0012.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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August 13, 2018

(Campaign #: 2018-0010)

Seat Installation may have Damaged Fuel Tank

Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. (Erwin Hymer) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Roadtrek RS Adventurous XL, E-trek XL, RS Adventurous, and E-trek motorhomes equipped with a driver's side second row captain seat option. The diesel fuel tank may have been damaged while installing the second row seat pedestal.

NHTSA ID: 18V528000

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

# of Units Affected: 33

Consequence Summary:

A damaged fuel tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action:

Erwin Hymer will notify owners, and Mercedes dealers will inspect the diesel fuel tank, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 11, 2018. Owners may contact Erwin Hymer customer service at 1-800-663-0066. Erwin Hymer's number for this recall is 2018-0010.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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January 2, 2018

(Campaign #: 17E062000)

Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged or Inoperable

Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. (Erwin Hymer) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Roadtrek E-trek, CS Adventurous, RS Adventurous, SS Agile, Zion, Zion SRT, Simplicity, Simplicity SRT, Hymer Aktiv, Aktiv 2.0, Sonne, Carado Banff, Axion, and Sunlight Van One vehicles. These motorhomes are equipped with Kidde E10 or EH10 Fire Extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher.

NHTSA ID: 18V001000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 5,185

Consequence Summary:

If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

Corrective Action:

Erwin Hymer will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began on January 8, 2018. Owners may contact Erwin Hymer customer service at 1-844-413-8245, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. For additional guidance consumers can contact Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc., customer service line at 844-496-3735. Erwin Hymer's number for this recall is 17E062000.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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